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SSBM & HAFL Immersion program: Sustainability in Food Production and Consumer Behavior

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Join a Unique and Innovative Program: Sustainability in Food Production and Consumer Behavior hosted by SSBM Geneva & Bern University of Applied Sciences –School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences (HAFL) February 9th –13th, 2026.

In the heart of one of the world’s most innovative and sustainability-driven nations—Switzerland—SSBM Geneva invites you to a transformative academic journey. In collaboration with the Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL), this elite joint immersion program merges business management acumen with agri-food sector expertise to shape the future of global food systems.

SSBM Immersion

What You’ll Explore

This immersive experience equips participants with advanced skills and insights across five core pillars:

  • Innovation in food production and agri-tech.
  • Consumer behavior and market dynamics.
  • Global and Swiss regulatory frameworks.
  • Applied research across the food value chain.
  • Strategic business tools for sustainability, market leadership, and operational excellence in the food industry.

Why  You Should Join

Sustainable food production and consumer behavior are no longer niche concerns—they are rapidly emerging as strategic pillars of the global economy. With increasing investment and innovation flowing into these sectors, understanding how to manage, forecast, and adapt to these shifts is becoming a crucial factor in achieving business success.

This program equips participants with the analytical tools and strategic insight needed to navigate the evolving food landscape. From market dynamics to sustainability strategies, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the forces shaping tomorrow’s food systems—and how to lead within them.

  • Learn from top-tier faculty at Swiss School of Business and Management (SSBM) and Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL).
  • Collaborate in hands-on market analysis of key sectors like dairy, meat, and vegetables.
  • Engage in strategic workshops and policy debates on EU and Swiss food strategies.
  • Visit global institutions like Nestlé, WTO, and CHANGINS for real-world insights.
  • Present your findings in poster sessions and panel discussions with industry leaders.

Find out more about the program here.

Who Should Attend

  • Policy analysts and entrepreneurs shaping the future of food.
  • Business and economics students ready to specialize in food systems and sustainability.
  • Professionals in agribusiness, retail, food technology, marketing, and supply chain, seeking strategic foresight.

Upon successful participation, attendees will be awarded a jointly issued Professional Development Certificate from SSBM Geneva and Bern University of Applied Sciences – HAFL, acknowledging their involvement in this distinguished program on sustainability in food production and consumer behavior.

This is not just an academic program—it’s a launchpad for future leaders in sustainable food innovation.

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